Oryzias latipes var.
Gorgeous variety combining red, white, and black tricolor with elongated fins. Beautiful combination of phoenix-like graceful long fins and complex body coloration. Advanced collector's variety.
Houou (Phoenix) medaka is a luxurious premium improved variety combining red, white, and black tricolor body coloring with long-fin traits. Like the mythical phoenix, its gracefully spreading long fins combined with complex tricolor coloration dramatically elevate ornamental value. Fin movement in side-view tanks is particularly beautiful, while top-view also reveals the tricolor pattern. Fixation of tricolor x long-fin is extremely difficult — producing ideal tricolor distribution with long fins requires mass breeding, advanced selection skills, and years of experience, making this a true advanced hobbyist variety. Gentle current is essential as strong flow damages delicate fins. Carotenoid-rich food maintains red coloration. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water.
Origin
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Lifespan
1-3 years
Size
3-4cm
Temperature
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia, brine shrimp
Side-view tank to enjoy fin and color beauty
Minimize flow to protect long fins
5-30°C (optimal 20-28°C)
Fixing tricolor x long fin is highly difficult — strict selection required
High-quality individuals are rare and expensive
Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.
The ideal temperature for Houou Medaka is 5〜30℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Houou Medaka is 1-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Houou Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Houou Medaka feeds on: Medaka pellets, daphnia, brine shrimp. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Houou Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
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